If you are using VA education benefits and struggling with a required course, the VA may help pay for a tutor. This benefit is separate from UAB's academic tutoring services and must be processed through UAB Veteran Services.
Who Qualifies
All of the following must be true:
- You are enrolled half-time or more using an approved VA education benefit (Post-9/11 GI Bill students must have a rate of pursuit of at least 50%)
- Your course instructor has determined you need a tutor to complete the course
- The course is required for graduation in your degree program
- Your tutor is not a close relative
What You Receive
- Up to $100 per month for tutoring costs
- Lifetime maximum of $1,200
Does this affect my entitlement?
Post-9/11 GI Bill (Chapter 33) and DEA (Chapter 35) users: Tutorial assistance does not count against your entitlement
Montgomery GI Bill (Chapter 30) users: The first $600 is paid before your entitlement is charged
How It Works
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Step 1 - Get instructor confirmation
Your course instructor must agree that you need a tutor and write a letter on your behalf confirming the need. The letter should be sent directly to UAB Veteran Services.
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Step 2 - Get assigned a tutor
Once the need is confirmed, UAB will assign you a tutor and establish the tutor's hourly pay rate.
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Step 3 - Complete VA Form 22-1990t
You, your tutor, and your School Certifying Official must all sign the Application for Individualized Tutorial Assistance (VA Form 22-1990t). Post-9/11 GI Bill users must also have their instructor sign Section 18 of the form.
The form must be signed and dated on or after the date of the last certified tutoring session you are requesting reimbursement for.
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Step 4 - Submit to UAB Veteran Services
Bring your completed form to our office. A School Certifying Official will review the documentation and apply their signature before the form is processed with the VA.
You may submit the form monthly or after completing your tutoring sessions.
UAB Academic Support Resources
Looking for additional academic support beyond Tutorial Assistance? UAB offers free tutoring and academic resources through the following:
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Questions?
Email:
Phone: (205) 934-8804
Location: Hill Student Center, Suite 313
Hours: Monday – Friday | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
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